Monday, July 24th, 2017

Why is it important to have a properly validated UV water disinfection system?

UV light, especially in the wavelength range of 200-280 nm, is well documented to provide excellent water disinfection. So, with the technology seen to be so effective, why might it be important to have a UV system validated? As you might expect, most of the studies on UV disinfection have focused on its antimicrobial effectiveness 


Thursday, June 22nd, 2017

Pasteurized Equivalent Water – Is UV treated water really `equivalent’?

In 2009, the FDA published a revised Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (PMO), which included UV disinfection technology as an approved alternative to pasteurization for the treatment of water used within a dairy facility. Pasteurization has been considered the `gold standard’ for water treatment and used in critical dairy applications for many years. As is so often 


Monday, June 5th, 2017

Options for Measuring UV Transmittance

The value of accurately measuring UV Transmittance (UVT) when sizing a new UV disinfection system cannot be underestimated (see previous blog on the importance of UVT). Using an accurate UVT value during the sizing and operation of new UV equipment can have a direct impact on both energy consumption and achieving the desired disinfection performance. 


Wednesday, May 17th, 2017

How UV technology can minimize membrane biofouling

The use of membrane technology is common practice within the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Membrane systems play an important role in purifying water, ingredient water, water reuse and recycling. While these systems are very reliable and produce consistent results, correct maintenance and monitoring of the membranes is essential to ensure optimal results. Membrane biofouling 


Thursday, May 4th, 2017

Aquionics opens new sales and service center in Charlotte, NC

Charlotte, NC (May 2nd, 2017) − Aquionics, a leading provider of ultraviolet (UV) disinfection technology to industrial, aquatic and municipal water and wastewater markets, has opened a new sales and support center in Charlotte, North Carolina to support growing demand from within industrial and aquatic applications. The new facility will help the company to provide 


Thursday, April 27th, 2017

The importance of piping configuration in ensuring optimal UV system performance

In 2006, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued the Ultraviolet Disinfection Guidance Manual (UVDGM) which provides technical information for UV System performance on the application of UV light for the disinfection of drinking water by public water systems. While the UVDGM has its roots in municipal water treatment, it has found its way 


Tuesday, April 25th, 2017

Aquionics webinar to help manufacturers optimise dechlorination of process water

Using ultraviolet light reduces maintenance and lifecycle costs of water treatment Erlanger, KY (April 25th, 2017) – Ultraviolet (UV) ) disinfection technology specialist Hanovia and the Industrial Division of its US sister company Aquionics, are to host a webinar aimed at helping manufacturers optimise the removal of chlorine within their water treatment operations. The 60-minute 


Wednesday, April 5th, 2017

Iron and manganese and their inhibitory effect on UV performance

While it is common sense that a light based disinfection technology like UV will have reduced effectiveness as water quality visibly declines, there are some contaminants that can cause a dramatic reduction in UV’s effectiveness when they are present in even small amounts. Iron and manganese are two such contaminants worth noting as they can 


Tuesday, March 28th, 2017

Berson UV participates in INNOQUA project

To improve the quality of natural water resources with the latest UV-C technology One of the major challenges of the 21st century is to protect and improve the quality of natural water resources. INNOQUA, an innovative ecological on-site sanitation system for water and resource savings, is an EU-funded project through the Horizon 2020 research and innovation 


Monday, March 20th, 2017

Aquionics Appoints New Service Manager

Erlanger, Ky. (March 20, 2017) – UV disinfection specialist Aquionics has appointed Sherrie Wasterlain as its new service manager for industrial and aquatics applications. Based at the company’s new facilities in North Carolina, Wasterlain’s specific focus will be on UV application technology. With over 13 years’ experience in the water treatment industry, Wasterlain is a